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You mentioned "all else equal". Since the Raven is fully multi-coated while the Sierra is only multi-coated, won't that make the Raven just as bright and clear as the Sierra? Is the difference in coatings just not enough to make up for the difference in objective lens size between these two models?

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Yes, the fact that you are buying a smaller binocular for the same price suggests that it is of better quality, but in this case, much of that price in the Raven is for the open bridge design, which does cost more to produce than a conventional bridge design, a la the Tasco.

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If size is not a factor, will the Tasco Sierra 10x42 be a better choice than the Carson Raven 8x26? Will the Sierra yield a much brighter and clearer view compared to the Raven due to its larger objective lens and exit pupil or will the Raven's fully multi coated optics as opposed to the Sierra's multi coated optics make the difference negligible?

Since the Sierra is larger than the Raven but they cost almost the same, does it mean that the Raven will have a better quality build and will be more durable than the Sierra?

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